Marathon Digital Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ: MARA) has been
a focal point in the cryptocurrency market, with recent announcements about a
$700 million and $850 million convertible note offering and its impact on the
company’s operations.
As a leader in Bitcoin (BTC) mining,
Marathon develops and deploys digital asset compute technology, expanding its
portfolio while navigating market volatility. This article provides the latest
information to help investors understand MARA stock performance, its financial
strategies, and market implications.
MARA Stock News: Overview of Marathon Digital Holdings
Inc.
Marathon Digital Holdings is a major player
in Bitcoin mining and blockchain technology. The company’s digital asset
compute portfolio supports Bitcoin’s infrastructure and addresses energy
transformation challenges. Formerly known as Marathon Patent Group, the company
changed its name to reflect its focus on cryptocurrencies.
Key Facts:
- Ticker: NASDAQ: MARA
- Industry: Cryptocurrency, blockchain,
and digital assets - Recent Development: Announced a $700 million convertible senior notes
offering
MARA’s share price often reflects trends in
Bitcoin and broader cryptocurrency markets, making it essential for informed
trading and investing decisions.
Financial Performance and Convertible Note Offering
Key Financials:
Marathon’s Q3 2024 financial performance highlights its position in the
cryptocurrency space:
- Revenue: $131.6 million (+34.5% YoY)
- Net Loss: $124.8 million, widening from
the previous year. - Bitcoin Holdings: 26,747 Bitcoins as of
September 30, 2024.
$700 Million Convertible Senior Notes Offering
On November 18, 2024, Marathon announced
the pricing of its oversubscribed and
upsized offering of zero-coupon convertible senior notes due 2030:
- Principal Amount: $850 million, with an
option for initial purchasers to acquire an additional $150 million. - Conversion Price: $25.91 per share (a
42.5% premium over the U.S. composite volume-weighted share price). - Maturity: March 1, 2030.
- Purpose of Proceeds: Repurchase existing 2026 convertible notes, acquire additional Bitcoin. General corporate purposes like
asset expansion and strategic acquisitions.
Today, we announced a proposed private offering of $700 million of convertible senior notes.⁰⁰Proceeds to be used primarily to acquire bitcoin, repurchase existing convertible notes due in 2026, and for general corporate purposes. https://t.co/0vg7ri8BDX
— MARA (@MARAHoldings) November 18, 2024
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